Former US Open of Surfing champs thrive, swell delivers for top seeds’ battles I 805 Post Show Day 2

The swell arrived and showdowns ensued with top seeds making their highly-anticiapted debuts at the Lexus US Open of Surfing Presented by Pacifico. 2023 US Open of Surfing winner Sawyer Lindblad capped off an incredible day of competition. A brilliant performance from Leilani McGonagle added a 14.73 heat total to the day with fellow Costa Rican, 2026 CT requalifier, Brisa Hennessy delivering a buzzer-beater for the Pura Vida duo. Two-time US Open of Surfing victor and current World No. 3, Kanoa Igarashi, reminded the world why he’s one of Huntington’s greatest with a 16.27 heat total. Plus the Rising Tides took over Huntington Beach to help inspire the next generation with Lindblad, Zoe Benedetto, Talia Swindal, and more at the helm. The Eero Top 5 Moments included reigning World Junior Champion Bronson Medyi soaring, Kirra Pinkerton’s 8.17 hammer to start in HB. Plus 2023 event victor Eli Hanneman laid down a breakthrough performance along with Samuel Pupo’s buzzer-beater magic taking the No. 2 spot. But, Igarashi ridiculous showcase stole the No. 1 spot in a landslide as he hunts a third evne title. Shop limited edition 2025 Lexus US Open of Surfing pres. by Pacifico merch by Jack's Surfboards and WSL here: https://ift.tt/1emRnj7 Shop new 2025 Championship Tour merchandise - http://www.WSLStore.com Play WSL Fantasy here - https://ift.tt/gSVC4ZW "It's summer's biggest surf stage" The Lexus US Open of Surfing presented by Pacifico is where the next generation earns their spotlight and where future World Champions are forged. Every heat in Huntington counts. With thousands packing the sand and more looking on from the iconic Huntington Beach pier, it's one of the most electric vibes on the Challenger Series and World Longboard Tours, and the energy jumps off the screen. Watching live = the next best thing to being there. Watch all the latest surfing action of the world's best surfers in the world's best waves. Heats on demand, event highlights and exclusive interviews, right here on the WSL's Youtube channel. For More Visit: https://ift.tt/uHnpIYl Like the WSL on Facebook: https://ift.tt/blYKGIx Follow us on X: http://www.x.com/wsl Follow us on Instagram: https://ift.tt/rpLPH6K World Surf League https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K2yaFSXXWDk

Highlights: Lexus US Open of Surfing Presented by Pacifico 2025 - Challenger Series Day 2

Top seeds kicked the Lexus US Open of Surfing Presented by Pacifico into overdrive with world-class showings in rising swell in the Huntington Beach arena. High-flying action and powerful debuts from some of the world’s elite contenders and CTers had the beach lighting up. Excellent performances, buzzer-beater magic, heavy upsets - Day 2 had it all and the weekend is just ramping up. Shop limited edition 2025 Lexus US Open of Surfing pres. by Pacifico merch by Jack's Surfboards and WSL here: https://ift.tt/1emRnj7 Shop new 2025 Championship Tour merchandise - http://www.WSLStore.com Play WSL Fantasy here - https://ift.tt/gSVC4ZW "It's summer's biggest surf stage" The Lexus US Open of Surfing presented by Pacifico is where the next generation earns their spotlight and where future World Champions are forged. Every heat in Huntington counts. With thousands packing the sand and more looking on from the iconic Huntington Beach pier, it's one of the most electric vibes on the Challenger Series and World Longboard Tours, and the energy jumps off the screen. Watching live = the next best thing to being there. Watch all the latest surfing action of the world's best surfers in the world's best waves. Heats on demand, event highlights and exclusive interviews, right here on the WSL's Youtube channel. For More Visit: https://ift.tt/uHnpIYl Like the WSL on Facebook: https://ift.tt/blYKGIx Follow us on X: http://www.x.com/wsl Follow us on Instagram: https://ift.tt/rpLPH6K World Surf League https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NDI3SDBfCT4

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Shop new 2025 Championship Tour merchandise at http://www.WSLStore.com Compre novos produtos do Championship Tour de 2025 em https://ift.tt/k4xKD6l Play WSL Fantasy here - https://ift.tt/gSVC4ZW Subscribe to the WSL for more action: https://goo.gl/VllRuj Watch all the latest surfing action of the world's best surfers in the world's best waves. Heats on demand, event highlights and exclusive interviews, right here on the WSL's Youtube channel. For More Visit: https://ift.tt/uHnpIYl Like the WSL on Facebook: https://ift.tt/blYKGIx Follow us on X: http://www.x.com/wsl Follow us on Instagram: https://ift.tt/rpLPH6K World Surf League https://www.youtube.com/shorts/9Ogk9KOXv10

CT Rankings Update: Connor O'Leary breaks through, Gabriela Bryan surges heading to Lexus Tahiti Pro

Connor O’Leary claims his first CT win after a Cinderella run at J-Bay, vaulting up the rankings and making history for Japan. On the women’s side, Gabriela Bryan powers to her third win of the season, closing in on world No. 1 Molly Picklum as the WSL Final 5 race heats up heading into Tahiti. Watch the Lexus Tahiti Pro presented by I-SEA August 7-16 live on worldsurfleague.com. More than a Championship Tour event, the Lexus Tahiti Pro presented by I-SEA will be a reckoning on the 2025 World Title race. It's the last chance for surfers looking to clinch their spot in the WSL Final 5, defend their place in the rankings, or even rewrite a season. The beauty of Teahupo'o is how it disguises its brutality. In Tahiti, it's no longer about surviving the season. It’s about earning the right to fight for a World Title. Shop new 2025 Championship Tour merchandise at http://www.WSLStore.com Compre novos produtos do Championship Tour de 2025 em https://ift.tt/k4xKD6l Play WSL Fantasy here - https://ift.tt/gSVC4ZW Subscribe to the WSL for more action: https://goo.gl/VllRuj Watch all the latest surfing action of the world's best surfers in the world's best waves. Heats on demand, event highlights and exclusive interviews, right here on the WSL's Youtube channel. For More Visit: https://ift.tt/uHnpIYl Like the WSL on Facebook: https://ift.tt/hqpoz0g Follow us on X: http://www.x.com/wsl Follow us on Instagram: https://ift.tt/mURoqrk World Surf League https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mgd39nXigF0